Sunil Chhetri Expresses Jealousy Over India's Upcoming Matches Against Brazil and Uruguay

Sunil Chhetri, the former captain of the Indian national football team, expressed feelings of jealousy regarding the current team's chance to play against Brazil and Uruguay in upcoming friendlies. These matches are scheduled for October 3 and October 6, 2026, at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.

Chhetri noted that during his extensive career, he never had the opportunity to compete against such prominent teams. He encouraged the young players to remain fit and seize this rare chance to showcase their talent. Although he has retired from international football, he remains optimistic about the potential of the current squad.

Chhetri emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in improving the team's FIFA ranking, which currently stands at 138th. He acknowledged that past performances have contributed to this ranking and urged players to take accountability for their results.